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I would like to ask.
What is your opinion on games where there is an opportunity to gain an additional advantage by paying real money. That is, you give money, and you receive money/an artifact in the game.

And in general, what do you think about such a possibility?

I don't think this is necessary at all!) It's silly to spend money on games (in this particular form), plus players who don't have money will be at a disadvantage, and that's not entirely fair. IMHO.
I'm for everyone having equal rights! Otherwise, it's like in real life: whoever has money, rules :[

P.S. I would never spend money on something like this.

P.P.S. At first, I thought the topic was about some kind of inappropriate offer.

I completely agree with Ara on this issue.
Yes, money is needed in real life, and those who play there are very rare and spend money on games. Well, and of course - there's an imbalance.

I disagree with you. Think about it. One person, let's say a high school student named Vasya from 10th grade. He can spend, for example, 5-6 hours a day on the game. And he does, because he's a hardcore gamer. However, he's broke, spending all his money on soda and chips. But here's another example. A 30-year-old bearded man, Petrovich, a programmer. He has less time for the game, about 4 hours a day, because he works and all that. However, he can afford to buy some useful items from the in-game shop for real money. Or, for example, buy a premium account and level up 50% faster than the high school student. So why not? Where is the imbalance here? I don't see it. By the way, in many foreign countries, pay-to-win is quite common.

What's the point of a "schoolkid-kun" playing if everything is decided by how much money a "programmer uncle" invests (by the way, I doubt they would do that, because they're not like that)?
That is, any clumsy boy/girl from the office, by throwing half their salary into the game, can gain a simply enormous advantage, and no skill or anything else will help against that.
I don't understand why people put money into a game, why even play it if all actions boil down to putting money into an account and buying artifacts (or something else). And everything else is just... self-evident.
This is no longer a game, but simply showing off with money and satisfying one's "sense of importance." Like, "Look how rich I am!"

But still, these games are free, and the developers make them so they can earn a living. Although, if the game were balanced, so that you couldn't buy any skills or anything special, then that wouldn't be a problem, let them buy.

I gave an example:
I'm not saying that I just poured a lot of money in and that's it. First, if a person is extremely unskilled, no amount of money will help them (at least, that's how it should be). Second, you need to balance things correctly, and then there won't be any major problems. And third, in the end, it's up to you to choose. Isn't that better than just paying a subscription fee?

Vis, what made you ask that?))) Did some rich guy bribe you?)))

No, they mostly "grief" younger, hardcore players who are at a higher level:smile13: and who don't have money.
Just a question.

There's nothing wrong with that. Let them buy whatever they want and have an advantage. What's the point? You'll be a cool player, beat someone up. Then a group will come, find you, and give you a good beating. These are primarily collective games. A person won't gain any significant advantage. And you can get decent gear without spending money. And you can even make good money by selling them in-game currency. Everyone is happy. So what's the problem?)))

On one hand, you're right. The ability to purchase things dictates different rules, but nevertheless, an advantage is still an advantage. And it's an advantage obtained by investing money. In Heroes, if it were possible to buy real in-game currency with real money, what kind of game would it be? Would it still be a game, or just a popular one?

I don't care, because I don't play online. By the way, it would be funny to see a millionaire gamer :smile04:

It glows with different colors depending on the equipment and is dressed in stylish attire.
By the way, it's amusing to see heroes of level 15, for example, already decked out in stylish shop-bought gear.
And then they run around asking: "How do I take on quests?"

And don't even start... I've seen worse.

Can I ask a slightly delicate question? :)
What do you like so much about MMORPGs? :)

In the poll raised by WisTrit, I didn't understand the following point: what is the difference between the second and third options in the above-mentioned poll? It seems to me that if there is a difference, it is very subtle.
Be that as it may, I voted for the middle option, as did many others.
If a person has money and can and wants to spend it on services of this kind in order to improve their position in the game, which they use to pass the time, thereby increasing the enjoyment they get from it, then it is their right. In the game, a person relaxes, and some people do not like the monotonous processes of "grinding" for items and gaining experience.
If this person is a "schoolboy Vasya" who cannot afford to spend his pocket money, then that is his problem. If it is a problem at all.
But he should think about studying, not about toys, that's what I think.

Regarding the question about Spellbound - people love MMORPGs (as well as other MMO games) because they have well-developed game communication and interaction between people. In addition, it is pleasant for a person to have a well "leveled" and equipped character, as he can show it off to other players.